Mati City, Davao Oriental – A high-value individual (HVI) was apprehended in a successful anti-illegal drug operation conducted on January 3, 2025, at Purok Bilawan-2, Barangay Central, Mati City, Davao Oriental.
The operation, spearheaded by the Mati City Police Station (CPS) in coordination with the Provincial Drug Enforcement Unit and the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) Davao Oriental, resulted in the arrest of a suspect known by the alias “Angkol.” Authorities seized illegal drugs and related items with a combined Standard Drug Price (SDP) of ₱748,450.00.
Confiscated from the suspect were:
- Multiple heat-sealed transparent plastic sachets containing a white crystalline substance believed to be shabu (methamphetamine hydrochloride), with an estimated SDP of ₱748,000.00.
- A pack of dried marijuana leaves with stalks valued at ₱450.00.
- Drug paraphernalia and other non-drug items.
The suspect is currently detained at the Mati City Police Station pending the filing of appropriate charges.
Police Officials Laud the Effort
PBGEN Leon Victor Z. Rosete, Regional Director of Police Regional Office 11 (PRO 11), commended the unwavering dedication of the operatives involved in the operation. He praised their collaborative efforts in combatting illegal drug activities in the region, emphasizing that the operation underscores PRO 11’s commitment to dismantling drug syndicates and ensuring public safety.
“This success is a testament to the relentless pursuit of justice by our law enforcement teams. We remain aggressive and steadfast in our mission to eradicate illegal drugs in Davao Oriental and beyond,” PBGEN Rosete stated.
Authorities reaffirmed their commitment to intensify anti-illegal drug operations and hold individuals involved in drug-related activities accountable.
